Donald MacSporran, the AA’s technical director, said the wheel fits most cars, caravans and traliers and has been “a blessing” in situations where blow-outs caused by potholes mean sealing kits can be used.

He said: “Our Patrols are reporting more and more pothole-related tyre failures, thanks to the poor state of repair of Britain’s roads.

“They often affect two tyres – so the Multi-fit (wheel) can be invaluable on such occasion when the car does have a spare.”

AA launches new universal wheel to fit all cars in breakdowns.

In March, the city council said they are preparing to spend £3m on emergency repairs, including key routes, to deal with the backlog.

They said the problem is leading to “a dramatic increase in complaints”.

A list of roads that need repairing is being drawn up, but documents submitted to the ruling cabinet say they include “strategic corridors” – major routes into and out of the city – as well as “roads that are important as bus routes and emergency services routes”.